Amit Shah
India's Home Minister Proposes International Standard Prisons and Passport Cancellation to Combat Fugitive Extradition Challenges
Oct 16, 2025 10:43 pm CST
Home Minister Amit Shah has proposed creating special international-standard prisons in each state and implementing automatic passport cancellation for individuals with Interpol red notices. These measures aim to counter fugitives' claims of poor prison conditions and restrict their international movement. With 338 extradition requests pending, Shah emphasized the need for specialized extradition cells in state police departments and better utilization of the new "trial in absentia" provision under reformed criminal laws.
Historic Mass Surrender: 170 Maoists Including Top Commander Lay Down Arms in Chhattisgarh's Anti-Naxal Campaign
Oct 16, 2025 09:04 pm CST
In a significant breakthrough in India's fight against left-wing extremism, 170 Maoists including intelligence chief Rupesh surrendered in Chhattisgarh, bringing the total to 258 surrenders across two states in just 48 hours. This historic development marks a turning point in the region's security situation, with authorities declaring North Bastar and Abujhmad completely free from Naxalite violence for the first time in decades.
Gujarat Cabinet Reshuffle: Amit Shah and JP Nadda to Oversee Major Changes Ahead of 2027 Elections
Oct 16, 2025 01:53 pm CST
Gujarat's BJP government under Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel is set for a significant cabinet reshuffle on October 17, overseen by Amit Shah and JP Nadda. The reorganization aims to introduce fresh faces and broaden representation as the party strategically prepares for the 2027 Assembly elections, with approximately twelve new ministers expected to join while several current ministers may be removed from their positions.
Major Breakthrough in India's Anti-Maoist Campaign: Commander Bhupati and 60 Cadres Surrender in Gadchiroli
Oct 15, 2025 11:30 am CST
The surrender of high-profile Maoist commander Bhupati along with over 60 associates marks a decisive turning point in India's fight against left-wing extremism. This comprehensive analysis examines Bhupati's 40-year militant career, his strategic importance within the banned CPI (Maoist), the factors behind his surrender following Home Minister Amit Shah's appeal, and the broader implications for Maoist insurgency in the Red Corridor region.
Congress and Opposition Parties Boycott Parliamentary Committee on Bills to Remove Arrested Officials
Oct 14, 2025 12:11 pm CST
Congress has officially declined to participate in the joint parliamentary committee examining three controversial bills that would allow removal of government officials arrested for 30 consecutive days. Other opposition parties including Trinamool Congress, Shiv Sena (UBT) and AAP have also joined the boycott, claiming the legislation targets opposition leaders and is unconstitutional.
BJP's Strategic Mastery: How Equal Seat-Sharing in Bihar Elections Could Reshape Political Power Dynamics
Oct 14, 2025 01:30 am CST
The BJP has finalized a strategic seat-sharing arrangement for the upcoming 2025 Bihar Assembly elections, marking a historic shift by contesting equal seats with JD(U) for the first time. This calculated approach mirrors their successful Maharashtra strategy and could position the party to claim Bihar's Chief Ministership if their candidates outperform JD(U) counterparts. Meanwhile, the opposition Mahagathbandhan remains mired in negotiations with elections less than three weeks away, highlighting BJP's organizational advantage in this critical electoral battle.
India's Criminal Justice Revolution: Amit Shah Introduces Historic Reforms for Faster and More Accessible Justice System
Oct 13, 2025 08:07 pm CST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah unveils India's transformative criminal justice reforms aimed at ensuring timely justice, improving conviction rates, and modernizing legal procedures. The new laws—Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam—replace colonial-era legislation with systems focused on transparency, efficiency, and victim-centered approaches, already showing positive results with conviction rates rising from 42% to 60% in Rajasthan.
NDA Resolves Bihar Seat-Sharing: BJP and JD(U) to Contest 101 Seats Each Following Amit Shah's Intervention
Oct 13, 2025 12:48 am CST
The National Democratic Alliance has finalized its seat-sharing arrangement for the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections after crucial negotiations led by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. BJP and JD(U) will contest 101 seats each, with Chirag Paswan's LJP(R) receiving 29 seats and smaller allies HAM and RLM allocated six seats each. The alliance emphasized unity and balanced representation across all coalition partners while maintaining Nitish Kumar's central role in their electoral strategy.
Bhojpuri Star Pawan Singh Declines Bihar Assembly Election Contest, Reaffirms BJP Loyalty
Oct 11, 2025 04:20 pm CST
Bhojpuri superstar Pawan Singh has publicly announced his decision not to contest the upcoming Bihar assembly elections, declaring himself a "true soldier" of the BJP. This comes amid speculation following his meetings with senior political figures and amid personal challenges involving his wife Jyoti Singh, who recently met with political strategist Prashant Kishor.
Amit Shah Highlights Illegal Immigration Impact on India's Demographics: Border Security Concerns and Vote Bank Politics
Oct 11, 2025 02:14 pm CST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah addresses the critical issue of illegal immigration in India, presenting evidence of unusual demographic changes in border states like Assam and West Bengal. He criticizes certain political parties for treating infiltrators as vote banks and emphasizes the need for collaborative efforts between central and state governments to address this national security concern affecting India's democratic processes.